Founding Avra: Building a MedTech Startup

In this episode of Autonomous Frontiers, Alex Clug walks you through the founding story of Avra Medical Robotics—now SS Innovations International (NASDAQ: SSII)—and how it grew into a billion-dollar MedTech company. From navigating regulations in India to validating surgical robotics for global markets, Alex unpacks the disciplined execution behind startup success in deep-tech healthcare. 

✅ What You’ll Learn:

• How Avra turned a clinical gap into a scalable robotic solution

• The importance of aligning engineering, regulation, and finance

• Real-world insights on FDA strategy, concurrent engineering, and quality systems

• How SSI shortened development cycles from years to months

• Economic proof points that win over hospitals and investors alike

🎧 Whether you’re launching a medical device, investing in deep tech, or scaling globally, this episode offers a proven playbook for MedTech founders.

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Explore more about Alex’s journey and innovations at:
🔗 https://alexclug.com/
🔗 https://alexandreclug.com/